Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Business Support (4475-12/13)

Unit 312 Spreadsheet software
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Outcome 1 Be able to use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise
numerical and other data
The learner can:
1 identify what numerical and other information is needed in the spreadsheet and how it should be
structured
2 enter and edit numerical and other data accurately
3 combine and link data from different sources
4 store and retrieve spreadsheet files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions
where available
Outcome 2 Be able to select and use appropriate formulas and data
analysis tools and techniques to meet requirements
The learner can:
1 explain what methods can be used to summarise, analyse and interpret spreadsheet data and
when to use them
2 select and use a wide range of appropriate functions and formulas to meet calculation
requirements
3 select and use a range of tools and techniques to analyse and interpret data to meet
requirements
4 select and use forecasting tools and techniques
Outcome 3 Be able to use tools and techniques to present, and format
and publish spreadsheet information
The learner can:
1 explain how to present and format spreadsheet information effectively to meet needs
2 select and use appropriate tools and techniques to format spreadsheet cells, rows, columns and
worksheets effectively
3 select and use appropriate tools and techniques to generate, develop and format charts and
graphs
4 select and use appropriate page layout to present, print and publish spreadsheet information
5 explain how to find and sort out any errors in formulas
6 check spreadsheet information meets needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
7 use auditing tools to identify and respond appropriately to any problems with spreadsheets
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